Skylink Derby
Leicester ↔ Derby Bus Times
03:55
63 minBus Station 05:16MON-FRI · 118 services00:55 — 23:55
The Skylink Derby bus runs between Leicester and Derby, operated by Kinch Buses. This route has 75 stops. Clear skies but only 10°C expected for the next bus at 02:55, so a jacket is worth bringing.
Skylink Derby Bus Timetable
Inbound
Fares & Tickets
Single
£1.35
Standard
£1.40
Contactless
Passes through:
LeicesterBelgraveBirstallLoughboroughHathernKegworthEast Mids GatewayEast Mids AirportCastle DoningtonCavendish BridgeShardlowThulstonAlvastonCrewtonWilmortonLitchurchDerby
Where does the Skylink Derby bus stop?
The Skylink Derby serves 75 stops passing through Leicester, Belgrave, Birstall, Loughborough, Hathern, Kegworth, East Mids Gateway, East Mids Airport, Castle Donington, Cavendish Bridge, Shardlow, Thulston, Alvaston, Crewton, Wilmorton, Litchurch and Derby. You can find the full list of stops with a route map further up this page.
Does the Skylink Derby run on weekends?
Yes, the Skylink Derby runs on Saturdays and Sundays. The weekend timetable may have fewer departures than weekdays - use the day tabs above to compare.
Can I use a bus pass on the Skylink Derby?
Concessionary bus passes accepted. Separate options listed for adult, student, 18 and under, under 10s, under 5s.
Does the Skylink Derby run on bank holidays?
There is no specific bank holiday timetable listed for the Skylink Derby. On bank holidays, most operators run a Sunday or reduced service. Contact Kinch Buses to confirm bank holiday arrangements.
Sources:
Bus Open Data Service (BODS) for timetable and route data · BODS Fares API for fare data
NOC: KBUS
Valid from 04 Apr 2024
Source: Bus Open Data Service
· Last updated: 28 Mar 2026
This route serves 75 bus stops across 17 areas.